The thought of opening your garden to strangers might feel a little intimidating.  After all, what if people judge your gardening skills or choices? But here’s the truth: Open Gardens is about so much more than perfection. It’s about sharing through showing; celebrating the joy of gardening, inspiring others and learning from each other.

Every garden, no matter the size or style, has a story to tell. By opening yours, you join a community of passionate gardeners who value trust, connection and the sheer love of nurturing something beautiful. 

Enter Your Garden

We’d love you to join our growing community of Open Midlands Gardeners.  As a participating gardener, you’ll enjoy guidance, encouragement and practical advice from the Open Midlands Gardens Committee who are here to help you prepare for your open weekend. Many gardeners find that having a set date gives them the perfect motivation to get everything looking fabulous; a wonderful reason to nurture those finishing touches!

You’ll also be invited to Blackwood’s inspirational launch event in August, created to motivate and support all participating gardeners, featuring a special guest speaker and plenty of camaraderie. Plus, enjoy 10% CashBack Rewards at Blackwood’s Garden Centres from 1 April to 30 November each year as our way of saying thank you for being part of this beautiful initiative.

If you love your garden and want to share its beauty while supporting local charities, we’d be delighted to welcome you into the Open Midlands Gardens family.  Simply enter your details below, or if you’d like more information, email us on hello@blackwoods.co.za.